Darren Johnston [array]
Darren Johnston is a choreographer/ performer/ sound and video artist whose distinct, innovative productions have won him wide recognition across europe and beyond.? In 2003 he created, directed and performed in the Silicon Sensorium project at The South Bank which featured an original sound score by Squarepusher.? This summer he choreographed dancers for a live stage show for the Aphex Twin / Chris Cunningham gig at the Traffic festival in Turin, Italy.
1 dancer for afx @ Turin, Traffic Festival 05
Darren's unique style of work explores elements of live performance, installation, technology and its relationship/integration with electronica and other experimental sound forms. He is currently accepting commissions to make new work for interesting spaces/festivals as well as? taking bookings for current and existing projects. For more information and examples of work visit.
Darren has just finished a month long Japanese Horror themed show called 'Ren Sa' at the Edinburgh Festival through August. A stunning and intimate piece, the audience are taken on an intense emotioinal as they stand face to face with the striking performers acting out a twisted story inside a purpose built muslin structure! Go here to get an idea of the show:
Darren received 5 star reviews accross the board and won an award for Ren Sa.
He is now working on a new project for the Southbank in early 2006.
email paul@littlebig.org.uk for info.
Taking offers for special festival shows - works best when the piece can run for more than one showing.
LINK:
Darren Johnston website